Amitrust 500 MG Injection

Amitrust 500 MG Injection treats various types of bacterial infections of lungs, skin, abdomen and blood caused by E.coli, Streptococci and Enterococci. Use of this medication can lead to complications related to kidney and hearing problems in elderly patients. Avoid this medication if you have a known allergy to it.

• Intra-Abdominal Infections

  Amitrust 500 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Intra-abdominal infections like Peritonitis, Appendicitis, Intra-abdominal Abscess caused due to bacterial infection by E.coli, Streptococci and Enterococci.

• Pneumonia

  Amitrust 500 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Pneumonia, a common type of lung disease caused due to bacterial infection by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Bacteremia

  Amitrust 500 MG Injection is used to treat Bacteremia, a blood infection caused by bacteria Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Allergy

  Amitrust 500 MG Injection or any other Aminoglycosides.

• Impaired Kidney Function

  Avoid if you have a pre-existing kidney disease as it increases the risk of kidney injury.

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Blurred Vision

• Decrease In Frequency Of Urination

• Dizziness

• Difficulty In Breathing

• Hearing Loss

• Muscle Pain

• Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

• Skin Rash

• Vomiting

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medication is excreted in urine and its effect lasts for a duration of 8 to 12 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The maximum effect of this medication is usually observed in 45 to 120 minutes after it is being injected into the muscles.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for pregnant women. Doctor consultation is necessary.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported for this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended to the women who are breastfeeding. In a case, if it is crucial to use the medication, then breastfeeding should not be continued. Before using this medication, make sure that consultation from your doctor is taken, which will advise you all the risks and potential benefits of this medication. The undesired effects such as diarrhea, diaper rash should be monitored in the infant.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Amitrust 500 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Aycin 500 MG Injection

  Zydus Cadila

• Nkacin 500 MG Injection

  Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

• Alfakim 500 MG Injection

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Lupamik 500 MG Injection

  Lupin Ltd

• Amikacin 500 MG Injection

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose and follow the regular schedule.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Amitrust 500 MG Injection belongs to the group of Aminoglycosides. It works by irreversibly binding to 30S ribosomal subunits of the susceptible bacteria and intervenes with the production of essential components required for the growth of bacteria.